Resting is OK: the many phases of creativity.

Resting is OK: the many phases of creativity.

A few years back, a client shared with me that she had skipped work that morning and gone swimming instead. There was both enjoyment and shame in her voice. And as she vehemently listed the reasons behind her decision, I could tell that her inner critic was giving her...
Respecting the finite nature of your energy.

Respecting the finite nature of your energy.

One of the biggest drivers behind burnout is a lack of knowledge of how our bodies function. We have this idea that our energy – physical, emotional and mental – is an infinite resource. That we can keep on going no matter what. That sleep is for weaklings and that...
Why I’m ready to talk about my burnout

Why I’m ready to talk about my burnout

Last week, I mentioned for the first time that I will be launching a course that will help business owners avoid or come back from burnout. It was a big step for me. Because even though I have briefly talked about my own burnout before, I haven’t stepped fully into...
I can’t believe I fell for this…

I can’t believe I fell for this…

You know that feeling when you realize that you have made a mistake? You cringe, as heat waves of embarrassment flush over your body… This is exactly how it was for me when I realized that I had been teaching a horrible message of productivity throughout the years! My...
What do you do when life comes in between?

What do you do when life comes in between?

These past few weeks have been pretty intense for me, and I suspect that it’s been the same for you. When I end up in a super busy period, I can find it a little difficult to stick to my normal routines. Do you feel the same? If you happen to share that...
Is your monkey mind keeping you awake at night?

Is your monkey mind keeping you awake at night?

Ever since my teenage years, I’ve lived with anxiety. Part of that deal is a typical “monkey mind”: racing thoughts – especially at night – on what can (read: probably will) go wrong, and what I need to do to fix it. When I was younger, I tried to calm my monkey...